Dare. Progress. Shine.

Fast and Female Geneva — FFGVA — is an association but above all a community of passionate women. Our mission: break the codes of a sport still too male-dominated and make cycling accessible to women in Geneva, regardless of their age or experience.

FFGVA is a member of the #fastandfemaleSUI programme, a Swiss Cycling initiative dedicated to women’s cycling. By joining this network, we are part of an ecosystem of women’s cycling groups and associations across Switzerland.

Who is it for?

FFGVA welcomes all women, without exception:

  • Beginners / Rookies — Those discovering cycling or getting back into it gently, in a reassuring setting to build confidence.
  • Regular riders — Those who already ride and want to improve, feeling more comfortable in the peloton.
  • Experienced riders — Those with a solid practice who enjoy riding longer or more intensively while sharing their experience.
  • Fun first — Those who ride for the fun of it, at their own pace and in a friendly atmosphere.

No need to be a pro, no need to have the latest bike. All you need is the desire to ride.

Our rides are free and open to everyone, even without membership. For workshops and special events, members enjoy preferential rates — and some are even free.

Our rides and activities are currently reserved for women, in line with our mission to create a space where everyone can progress with confidence. In accordance with the guidelines of Swiss Olympic and the OFSPO on gender balance in sport, we plan to eventually organise mixed rides led by women and to include men on our committee.

Our Values

Sisterhood Inclusivity No Drop Policy Kindness Empowerment Self-improvement

Our Story

October 2024

The idea is born

Creation of the FFGVA community — a group of women who want to ride together in Geneva. The adventure begins.

May 2025

First pedal
strokes

Launch of the WhatsApp group and Instagram page. First rides and first meet-ups.

Summer 2025

The group grows

Formation of a committee of 9 passionate volunteers. Organisation of the summer programme with regular rides.

December 2025

100 members on WhatsApp

The community passes the 100-member mark on the group — the movement is gaining momentum.

January 2026

It's official!

Official creation of the Fast and Female Geneva association. Legal structure in place, ambitious projects ahead.

February 2026

UVG member

FFGVA joins the umbrella cycling association of Geneva — official cantonal recognition of women's cycling.

March 2026

500 Instagram followers

Our online community grows — 500 followers on Instagram in less than a year.
THANK YOU

The Committee

Behind this project, nine committed, sporty, and dynamic women embody the association's values every day.

Caroline

President Founder

Mother of two girls and a lover of wide open spaces, Caroline lives life at full speed. While she takes her projects very seriously, she never forgets to have fun. Between her two cats and her collection of skis and bikes — which she even ends up showering in the bathroom — her daily life is a true adventure.

Sofia

Vice-President

A planning expert and data enthusiast, Sofia is probably already up in the mountains as we speak. Between analyses, she hunts for Strava trophies, always on a matte black bike. Her promise? She'll bring you up that hill.

Giulia

Head of Finance

With Italian-Spanish roots, Giulia embodies Girl Power every day — mother of three girls, no less! Between comic book sessions, she disconnects outdoors: cycling, running, hiking or skiing — any sport will do as long as there's movement. Her favourite question? 'See you at the next ride?'

Livia

Secretary General Head of Communications

Always ready for a new challenge, Livia is a creative strategist whose shelves overflow with board games. Since March 2025, she added a new rule to her game: cycling (currently in an arm-wrestling match with her clipless pedals!). She names each of her bikes and has already established herself as the undisputed champion of express tyre changes mid-ride.

Dune

Board Member

Torn between crepes and fondue, Dune rides above all for the pleasure of the table! Driven by sisterhood and sharing, she documents every adventure with her photographer's eye, always with a new musical gem in her ears. For her, the thirst for knowledge is never as great as the desire to discover the next landscape (or the next snack).

Marguerite

Board Member

Long mountain epics are her thing. Passionate about women's sport, Marguerite loves bringing people together and riding in good company. An organiser at heart and animal lover, she'll happily swap her bike for dog-sitting duties whenever she can. Her secret for keeping a smile in the rain? A pair of washing-up gloves — the ultimate shield against the weather.

Olivia

Board Member

A seasoned traveller and avid reader, Olivia can say 'hello' to cyclists in five different languages. Between a yoga pose and a guitar chord, she puts sharing at the heart of her adventures. Good news: she has finally found the ideal riding companion — her dream bike — ready to carry her on her next far-flung expeditions.

Marta

Board Member

Smiling even when her legs are burning — that's Marta's signature. Her dream combo? A long bike ride ending at a great restaurant. Between snapshots taken on the fly, she pushes herself in races while learning to tame the mountains. An architect of shared projects, she puts all her energy into ambitious sporting initiatives.

Anne

Board Member

Between a theatre play and a musical chord, Anne ensures the group's harmony. A curious mind with a fine palate, she loves taking care of others through cooking, always with a good glass of wine. For her, sport and health are pillars of life: since her bike fit, she feels like she rediscovers her bike on every ride.